To Grandmother’s House We Go – The Art Of Travel

[New York City, NY] – Woodward Gallery presents To Grandmother’s House We Go – The Art of Travel. This vibrant and evocative online group exhibition explores the romance, nostalgia, and holiday spirit of travel through the distinct lenses of six contemporary and modern artists. Featuring original paintings and prints by Margaret Morrison, Drew Roth, Robert Indiana, Jose Aurelio Baez, Kenji Nakayama, and Swoon, the exhibition celebrates various modes of transportation: trains, cars, subways, and imagined escapes as metaphors for movement, memory, and personal journey.

From Robert Indiana’s iconic graphic symbols to Drew Roth’s primitive-expressionist dreamscapes, each artist offers a unique interpretation of what it means to be in motion, physically, emotionally, and creatively. Margaret Morrison brings a whimsical, hyperreal vision to travel imagery rooted in personal nostalgia. Jose Aurelio Baez’s layered urban iconography speaks to the cultural dislocation and hybrid journeys of modern life. Kenji Nakayama’s meticulous stencil and sign work evokes the American roadside, echoing themes of migration, labor, and discovery. Swoon’s Red Riding Hood transports viewers to a realm where fairy tale and urban reality intersect. This work evokes both vulnerability and strength, capturing the layered experience of women navigating spaces that are at once mythic, dangerous, and empowering. Andy Warhol’s Interview suitcase reflects the nostalgia and glamour of travel, turning even a simple journey into a pop art adventure.

This online-exclusive exhibition invites viewers to consider the aesthetics and meanings of travel, not only as a destination-driven act for this time of year, but also as an emotional and symbolic experience. Whether a literal ride to a grandparent’s home or a conceptual passage through time, To Grandmother’s House We Go– The Art of Travel draws together seven distinct voices in a dynamic exploration of how we move through the world and how those movements shape who we are.

To Grandmother’s House We – The Art of Travel will be available online November 2025 through January 2026. The exhibition is accessible on Artsy.net.